Central High School - Black And Gold Yearbook (Providence, RI)

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The Drafting Department at Cen- traH'1as outlined a course of study which progresses from basic blue- print reading and mechanical draw- ing to applied drafting. In the latter, selections on a one to three- period per day basis are made from PETER J. COM' machine, architectural, electrical, Drafting Department Head woodwork and sheet-metal draft- ing. In addition, there is also a spe- cial postgraduate course which in- cludes advanced mathematics and mechanics. JOHN F. GALLAGHER GUSTAVE BIRONG Mechanical Drawing Mathematics-Drafting Art metal provides basic training in the skills required in one of Rhode Island's leading industries - iewelry work. Besides these skills, the classes provide also the lasting satisfaction of creating a useful and beautiful object that will outlast its creator. The number of bowls, dishes and rings that are carried proudly home is evidence of the success of the students. RUSSELL J. TITUS Art Metal 24

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As a result of recent international de- velopments, a great many people are di- recting frantic and critical inquiry towards our American schools in connection with their science offerings. We at Central are proud of our science program in bi- ology, chemistry, physics, electronics, and electricity. Through these courses we ex- pect to stimulate much new interest in the scientific fields. Science, as a tool, attempts to help everyone understand-more--fully the com- plex world of which we are a part. The History Department, through its courses in American and European his- tory, develops in the students an aware- ness of their American heritage and the important place America occupies in the rapidly moving stream of contemporary affairs. 1. CARL G. LAURO Chemistry - Physics Algebra WILLIAM J. KUTNESKI Biology - Civics - Coach l FRANCIS X. RUSSO MARY H. TRESSLAR American History- American History- 23 European History European History

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Some thirty to sixty times a day Central students report to a suite of rooms in the gymnasium to see the nurse. Sudden illness, a bad headache, a temperature, a cold, or even a serious pain may be the cause, and for all, the nurse does what she can to bring relief. ln addition to this, the nurse helps the school physician conduct regular examinations of vision and hearing, and keeps students' health records up to date. Getting in touch with the parents, either by phone or by visit, is also part of the nurse's work in cases of iniury, prolonged illness, or the discovery of physical defects. The David W. Hoyt Library is the pleasant source of books for entertainment, for learning, and for reference. Students go there for re- search for term papers of Shakespeare, for a recent magazine article or customizing, or for recreational reading. MARY ROCHA Assistant Librarian JULIA E. HAWKI NS Nurse MARY F. KIELY Librarian 25